James Wesley Knowles

1951-2022

James was born in Tallassee, Alabama on April 3, 1951, and passed away at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, Alabama on December 24, 2022. He was 71 years old.

He was of the Holiness denomination. After 23 years of service to the City of Opelika Transportation Department, he retired in 2014. He graduated from Smith Station High School in 1970. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, Auburn football, NASCAR races, country music, attending class reunions, and helping others.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John D and Lucille Knowles; a brother, Wayne Knowles; and a brother-in-law, Donald Plott.

He is survived by his three sisters, Marla Herron (Mike), Kathy Plott, and Janice Doler (Frank). As well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 30, 2022 in the Frederick-Dean Parlor from 10:00 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. Funeral service will be held in the Frederick-Dean Chapel on Friday, December 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Jackie Prickett and Reverend Lavon Delee officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Garden Hills Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of East Alabama Medical Center for their excellent care.

Frederick-Dean Funeral Home will be handling all arrangements.